Quick Summary
Ratings! What this year?
The pilot led by Kevin Hillstrom demonstrated a CRS can work effectively for our club.
We will implement a Computerized Rating System (CRS) in September
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1 Why a CRS?
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it is objective
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based on performance on the court
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not focused on a particular style of play
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is measured over a body of work, not a single afternoon of play
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no need to request an observation, simply sign up for a CRS event
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less onerous on observers/raters
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the player is in control of the rate at which they advance
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many improve quickly, others gradually
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they desire a rating that reflects their ever changing level of play
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improvement isn’t a straight line up
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simply keep playing in CRS event(s)
2 Getting started:
The transition from colors to a numeric CLUB RATING was a necessary first step - computers like numbers.
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computers like numbers so much, there are now two ratings – Club Rating and CRS Rating.
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those that want to advance will have a second rating: a CRS Rating
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the CRS rating is initialized based on Club Rating - at the mid-point between the players current club rating and the “next level up."
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The pilot reinforced that the starting point for a CRS is important.
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For members that believe their rating is too low, we offer an opportunity to appeal. Basically, an avenue to “make the case.”
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Guidelines for what include in an appeal: recent tournament match history, number of matches, DUPR half-life, ladder performance, an independent rating, player recommendations from target level, etc.
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The appeal will be reviewed by the Rating Panel.
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Assuming the appeal is successful, the CRS rating will be increased
3 How can I advance my club rating?
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The pathway to a change in club rating is simple: participate in CRS events.
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Scores are recorded in the computer algorithm.
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The CRS rating is dynamic, changing after every game - not unlike a golf index or handicap!
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The pilot reinforced that a CRS begins to stabilize after 15 games/matches.
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The club rating is relatively static, changing periodically based on CRS Rating with at least 15 games played
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We anticipate adjusting club ratings bimonthly, based on CRS results
4 Wait - I just want to have fun and play pickleball!
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Club Rating drives participation in most club events, and it is working just fine
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Members pursuing advancement will also enjoy the more relaxed and fun nature of Club Rating Events.
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Many members may not have a concern with ratings.
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They play with a priority on fun on the courts over rating level.
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Rating advancement isn’t a concern
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They don’t need two numeric ratings
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If/when that day comes,, they can follow this new path.
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Until then, this is a lot of noise…and we get it - ignore it until it’s relevant, if ever
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5 So - when can I start?
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CRS events start September 5 for men and September 7 for women
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Registration opens a week in advance.
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There is room for up to 80 each week to start.
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The initial format will be an 8 to 10 person round robin, depending on registrations
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Players will be ranked by initial CRS rating…”ties” in ranking will be broken randomly